HUMMUS BI TAHINA (TURKISH HUMMUS)

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We travel to Turkey every year in April for a holiday. This recipe is as close as we can get to the hummus we enjoy each year during our stay there.

Provided by - Carla -

Categories     Spreads

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

200 g chickpeas, precooked
1/3 cup tahini
3 whole lemons, juice of
100 ml olive oil
2 garlic cloves
salt & fresh ground pepper
olive oil
ground red chili pepper
parsley, Fresh Chopped

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients (except those for garinsh) in a blender or food processor.
  • Blend into a smooth, creamy paste.
  • Taste and add more lemon juice or salt to suit your taste.
  • It should be the creamy consistency of mashed potatoes.
  • Thin with additional lemon juice, chick pea liquid or water if necessary.
  • Scrape into an attractive looking bowl.
  • Drizzle oil over the surface in a decorative pattern and sprinkle with ground chili pepper and freshly chopped parsley.
  • Serve with wedges of pita bread and raw vegetables.

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